India continued its dominance against Sri Lanka as the visitors scored a mammoth 503/9 before declaring in the first innings. In response, Sri Lanka were struggling at 259/8 at Tea on Day 3.
Meanwhile, former Indian captain Kapil Dev has asked for better treatment for jailed former Pakistan captain Imran Khan.
In football, Chelsea defeated Fulham 3-2 in a thriller at Craven Cottage to start their Premier League season with a win. Here's more on sports news for August 25...
<h2>Top sports news today:</h2>
Chelsea beat Fulham to start season with a win
Chelsea kicked off their Premier League campaign under new manager Xabi Alonso with a hard-fought <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sports/football/photo/in-photos-premier-league-palmer-stars-as-chelsea-beat-fulham-3-2-112690" rel="nofollow">3-2 victory over Fulham</a> at Craven Cottage. Joao Pedro opened the scoring after just 32 seconds. Fulham&rsquo;s Josh King levelled in the 23rd minute before debutant Morgan Rogers restored Chelsea's lead before half-time. Cole Palmer made it 3-1 early in the second half, and despite a goal from Fulham's Gonzalo Garc&iacute;a, Chelsea held firm for the victory. &nbsp;
Kapil Dev appeals for humane treatment of jailed Imran Khan
<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sports/cricket/article/kapil-dev-calls-for-humane-treatment-of-former-pakistan-captain-imran-khan-23646404" rel="nofollow">Former Indian captain Kapil Dev</a> has urged authorities to ensure basic rights and medical treatment for jailed former Pakistan World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan. Supporting an appeal made by 22 international captains to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Kapil stated.
"We want him to get the best treatment. What we are asking for, we are not asking for anything else; we are not asking for any replies. We are requesting."
Ibrahim Zadran named Afghanistan T20I captain for India series
<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sports/cricket/article/ibrahim-zadran-to-lead-afghanistan-against-india-in-t20i-series-23646407" rel="nofollow">Ibrahim Zadran</a> has been appointed Afghanistan's full-time T20I skipper for their upcoming three-match series against India in New Delhi. Fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq returns to the squad alongside veteran all-rounder Gulbadin Naib. ACB CEO Naseeb Khan said.
"The Afghanistan Cricket Board has always made every effort to select a well-balanced and fully prepared squad for all relevant competitions."
India in control against Sri Lanka in second Test
Dhruv Jurel scored a brilliant unbeaten 115 to guide India to a declared total of 503/9 on Day 2 of the second Test against Sri Lanka. In response, Indian bowlers dominated on a rain-affected third day to leave Sri Lanka reeling at 259/8.
Arthur Fils claims maiden Masters 1000 crown in Cincinnati
<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/sports/other-sports/article/cincinnati-open-arthur-fils-beats-frances-tiafoe-to-win-first-atp-masters-1000-trophy-23646422" rel="nofollow">French youngster Arthur Fils</a> rallied past Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 to win the Cincinnati Open men's singles title. Reflecting on his victory, Fils credited his mental resilience.
"Wow, that feels good. That feels good. It's a lot of training, a lot of things, a lot of sacrifice. Injury. To be able to win one title like this means a lot to me," he said.
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